The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Silver Star to Senior Chief Special Warfare Operator (SEAL) ***** *****, United States Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action against the enemy as an Assault Team Leader for a Joint Task Force in support of Operation ENDURING FREEDOM on 17 March 2010. On this date, Senior Chief Petty Officer ***** was an Assault Team Leader as part of a ground force element that executed a daring nighttime raid against a heavily armed enemy commander. While attempting to engage a barricaded fighter, one of his teammates was struck and mortally wounded by enemy fire, causing him to fall directly in front of the barricaded enemy’s position. With complete disregard for his safety, Senior Chief Petty Officer ***** quickly organized his team and led them into the compound, fighting his way directly towards his wounded teammate as he exchanged volleys of fire with the barricaded enemy. Within only feet of the fighter’s position, Senior Chief Petty Officer ***** steadfastly held his ground, providing covering fire, as the enemies’ bullets impacted around him, while his team moved the wounded assaulter to safety. Determined to eliminate the threat, Senior Chief Petty Officer ***** remained inside the courtyard to lead his team in a second assault before evacuating his fallen comrade. His heroic bravery during intense combat operations was an inspiration to all who served with him. By his bold initiative, undaunted courage, and complete dedication to duty, Senior Chief Petty Officer ***** reflected great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of the United States of the Navy.